1. Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce
2 0 1 4 A N N U A L R E P O R T

2. SUCCESSHERE
lives,
learns,
works,
plays,
& stays

3. TABLE of CONTENTS
Letter from the President/CEO 1-2
I. About Us 3-5
II. Significant Achievements 6-10
III. Membership in Detail 11-12
IV. Small Business Development 13-14
V. Programs & Events 15
VI. Marketing & Communications 16
VII. Economic & Community Development 17-18

4. 1 2014 Annual Report
LETTER from the PRESIDENT/CEO
DR. DANIEL J. KAUFMAN

5. 2014 Annual Report 2
I am proud to report that it has been a very successful year for the
Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce. Efforts to create jobs and enhance
residents’ quality of life are paying great dividends. Gwinnett
County was recently named “a best place to live and work in the
nation” by CNN Money Magazine.
A
few of the Chamber’s most
significant undertakings of 2014
include:
Big Year for Small Business! The Chamber
partnered with the Gwinnett County Board of
Commissioners to issue a proclamation
designating the third week of June 2014 as
our first ever Gwinnett Small Business Week.
We do hope to continue this partnership on
an annual basis. Our new alliance with the
U.S. Small Business Administration has led
them to deem Gwinnett their 28th city
nationwide to host their Small Business
Federal Emerging Leaders program. The
Chamber also partnered with the Gwinnett
County Library System to share awareness
of resources to better provide for our small
businesses and also partnered with seven of
our municipalities to bring a panel of
resource experts to their cities and local
business owners.
The Chamber is fortunate to have a talented
staff, passionate leadership, and most
important, enthusiastic and engaged
members and investors. Our dedicated
community leaders have enabled the
Chamber to implement dynamic economic
development and community development
programs that have elevated our community
and our Chamber to be the models for others
to emulate.
It is because of our dedicated and engaged
members that we celebrate our success. With
your support and engagement, the Gwinnett
Chamber continues to lead and shape an
exciting future—not just for our business
community, but for our entire community.
Together we will ensure that Gwinnett
remains a vibrant and diverse community of
choice in which to live, learn, work and play,
and that Success really does continue to Live
Here. All of us should be proud of what we
have accomplished together, and all of us
who are privileged to work at your Chamber
look forward to another terrific year of
working with each of you.
Sincerely,
Dr. Daniel J. Kaufman
President/CEO

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About
Us
OUR VISION
The Gwinnett Chamber will be the forum for business, government, education, healthcare,
arts/culture/entertainment, and philanthropic and public service communities to come
together to advance our region’s economy and enrich Gwinnett’s quality of life.
OUR MISSION
The mission of the Gwinnett Chamber is to strengthen existing businesses, facilitate the
growth of quality job opportunities and enrich the community’s quality of life.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Serve as the forum for all the major community constituents to discuss economic and
quality of life opportunities and encourage action.
Advance the economic environment and quality of life for the broader community –
business and general.
Provide value to all members, addressing the different needs of different types of
members, to help them prosper and grow
Further develop the Chamber into a smooth running, financially strong, collaborative
organization.
SECTIONI.

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Brad Carr - VC Special Events
Andersen Tate & Carr, P.C.
Preston Williams - VC Sports & Entertainment
Explore Gwinnett
Matt Hyatt - VC Entrepreneurship & Small Business
Rocket IT
Chuck Button - VC Community Relations
Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Tom Andersen - Andersen Tate & Carr, P.C.
Delores Crowell - AT&T
Robert Dobbs - Wells Fargo
Gregory Jay - Chandler, Britt & Jay, LLC
Ron Garrard - Garrard Group
Terri Jondahl - CAB, Incorporated
Mike Levengood - Law Office of J. Michael
Levengood
Caryn McGarity - The McGarity Group, LLC
Bartow Morgan - BrandBank
Brand Morgan - Brand Properties, LLC
Sean Murphy - Procurri, LLC
Cathy Nichols - Mobile Communications
of Gwinnett
Bill Russell - Russell Landscape Companies
Raymer Sale - E2E Resources, Inc.
David Snell - E.R. Snell Contractor, Inc.
John D. Stephens - John D. Stephens, Inc.
Supt. Alvin Wilbanks - Gwinnett County
Public Schools
Jack Wilson - Webb Tanner Powell Wilson
BOARD
Greg Cantrell - Living Stone Properties
Michael Golden - Arnall Golden & Gregory, LLP
Pam Ledbetter - Accent Creative Group
Keith Mason - McKenna, Long & Aldridge, LLP
Pat McDonough - CBO, LLC
Bruce Sharp - BB&T
Gene Chayevsky - KLW Capital
Norwood Davis - 12Stone® Church
Bin Liu - CFS Corporation
Jeff McCart - The McCart Group
Chris Mixon - Bank of North Georgia
Harry Rice - Atkins North America
2014 LEADERSHIP
EXECUTIVE CABINET
Dr. Dan Kaufman - President & CEO
Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce
Carla Carraway - Chairman
Precision Planning, Inc.
Randy Dellinger - Chair Elect
Jackson EMC
Phil Wolfe - Past Chair
Gwinnett Medical Center
Sherwood McDuffie - Treasurer
Suntrust Bank
Craig Brown - Secretary
Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce
Perry Tindol - VC Programs
Allgood Pest Solutions
Bryan Cohen - VC Marketing & Communications
Quantum National Bank
Doug Jenkins - VC Economic Development
Georgia Power
Sidney H. Theus - VC Membership & CC
American Painting & Renovations
Mike Cully - VC Manufacturing
AGCO
Tammy Shumate - VC Leadership
Brand Mortgage
Craig Hudson - VC Education
Merial, Ltd.
Anthony Rodriguez - VC Arts
Aurora Theatre, Inc.
JK Murphy - VC Media Relations
Gwinnett Daily Post
Dr. Manfred Sandler - VC Healthcare & Life Science
CardioVascular Group, PC

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Steve Williams - United Community Bank
Marvin Willis - Smith & Howard CPA
Dean Collins - T.Y. Lin International Company
Michael Baldwin - Charter Business
David Jacobson - Direct Technologies, Inc.
Steve Kendrick - Infiniti of Gwinnett
Greg King - RockTenn
PJ Lynch - GEM Shopping Network
Mike McGarity - The McGarity Group, LLC
Trey Ragsdale - Kaiser Permanente
Chuck Warbington - Gwinnett Village CID
Chess Britt - Primerica Financial Services
Mary Hester - LAN Systems
Lanier Levett - Gregory B. Levett & Sons
Funeral Homes, Inc.
Jim Smith - The Atlanta Falcons
Lee Tucker - Mahaffey Pickens Tucker, LLP
Leticia Willis - Willis Mechanical, Inc.
Joe Allen - Gwinnett Place CID
Mayor Jimmy Burnette - Gwinnett Municipal
Association
Steve Cannon - Gwinnett Environmental &
Heritage Center
Chairman Charlotte Nash - Gwinnett County
Board of Commissioners
Michael Paris - Council for Quality Growth
Dr. Stanley “Stas” Preczewski - Georgia
Gwinnett College
Kim Ryan - Eastside Medical Center
Connie Wiggins - Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful
Senator Renee Unterman - Gwinnett
Legislative Delegation
Representative Brett Harrell - Gwinnett
Legislative Delegation
Kerry Armstrong - Pope & Land
Rick Chandler - Chandler, Britt, Jay, Beck &
Zwald, LLC
Stephen K. Hill - SKH Enterprises, Inc.
Jim Maran
Tom Martin - Gwinnett Community Bank
Wayne Mason - Mason Family
Management Company
Bill McCargo - B Mac Associates
Michael Tennant - Alston & Bird, LLP
Richard Tucker - Arlington Capital, LLC
Judy Waters - Community Foundation
of NE Georgia

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The Gwinnett Chamber saw many successes in 2014. Take a look at this small
sampling of over 250 events, launches, unveilings and accolades.
JANUARY
Business After Hours voted “Best Happy Hour in Gwinnett” by Gwinnett Magazine
Launched strategic partnerships with municipalities to co-host Small Business
Essentials program, featuring a panel of small business experts and resources for
local businesses
Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chairman Charlotte Nash presents
“Preparing for the Next 100 Years” to more than 700 attendees at the State of
the County Luncheon
Gwinnett County’s Best & Brightest celebrated at STAR
Luncheon
FEBRUARY
Membership and Sponsorship Campaign raises largest amount in its history,
$1.193 million; next stop $1.225 million!
Campaign Reward Trip to Los Cabos, Mexico
66th Annual Dinner celebrates best and brightest in Gwinnett leadership with more
than 1,000 attendees
Atlanta Regional Commission Chairman Kerry Armstrong keynotes General
Membership Meeting with the State of the Region Address
Significant
Achievements
SECTIONII.

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The 2014 “And the Winner Is...”
Membership & Sponsorship Campaign
raised $1.193 million, the largest
amount in its history.

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MARCH
Launched Gwinnett Small Business coalition to provide
local business associations and organizations access to our
portfolio of resources
Movers & Makers honored at annual awards ceremony
Public Safety professionals honored for bravery and service
at Valor Awards
APRIL
Gwinnett’s 2014 Citizen of the Year, Lillian Webb, featured
at Success Lives Here
Premier businesses and nonprofits honored at
Pinnacle Awards
4th annual Amazing Entrepreneur contest winner announced
Gwinnett Global Trade Summit
Washington D.C. Fly-in; 30 business and community
leaders in delegation
MAY
Gwinnett Chamber small business programs designated a
best practice by Georgia Department of Economic
Development
Swing Into Spring Chairman’s Club Tournament held at
Summit Chase Country Club
Global Business Mission Trip to South Korea
Gwinnett Leadership Organization for
Women Relaunch @ Duluth Town Green
Metro Atlanta Chamber President & CEO Hala
Moddelmog speaks of regional partnerships at General
Membership Meeting
“One of the things I like
about the Chamber is
that the Chamber gets
it—it’s not just about
business, it’s also about
the community that
we serve.”
– Andy Morgan, President,
The Morgan Law Group, PC

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JUNE
Gwinnett Leadership Organization for Women launches
GLOWGwinnett.com
Chamber and County partner to create Gwinnett Small
Business Week; first ever proclamation precedes co-hosted
“How to do Business with the County” half-day informational
summit
Georgia Gwinnett College President Stas Preczewski
presents “Educating the Workforce” at General
Membership Meeting
JULY
Chamber debuts “Open For Business” monthly radio show
on Business RadioX, featuring Chamber members
AUGUST
Button Down Dash 5K/10K, with more than 900 runners
Jacoby Development President Scott Condra unveils Atlanta
Media Campus at General Membership Meeting
Business Expo & Job Fair, with more than 2,000 attendees
Gwinnett Chamber accepts ALS Ice Bucket Challenge by
member zBoost Cell Boosters
SEPTEMBER
Gwinnett County Public Schools’ Superintendent J. Alvin
Wilbanks presents the 2014 State of the Schools Address at
the September General Membership Meeting
Strategic Leadership Visit to Greater Miami-Dade County;
75 in delegation
OCTOBER
Partnership Gwinnett Kick-off Campaign Celebration
“The Chamber took a
sincere interest in
understanding our needs
and goals. I give the
Gwinnett Chamber a
great deal of credit for
our ability to grow and
be successful.”
– Dan Campbell, Founder &
CEO, Hire Dynamics

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“We decided to become
a member of the
Chamber because we
knew it would give us the
opportunity to network
with other business
leaders. It’s been a great
opportunity and a
great partnership.”
– Jai Rogers, Vice President,
Delta Community
Credit Union
Georgia Chamber President Chris Clark addresses
Gwinnett business and community leaders at General
Membership Meeting
Elected officials and Chamber Board talk Gwinnett at Key
Leadership Reception & Candidate Hob Nob
Partnership Gwinnett Redevelopment Forum Breaks Bold,
Reimagines Redevelopment
Fall Classic Golf & Tennis Tournament at TPC Sugarloaf
NOVEMBER
Georgia Ports Authority’s Curtis Foltz keynotes GMM
Chamber Strategic Plan unveiled at annual board
conference
Movers & Makers Launch Event
The Elf on the Shelf®
Co-Creator Christa Pitts keynotes
inaugural Small Business Summit with 450 in attendance
Business & community leaders become Principals for a Day
during National Education Week
Chamber partners with American Express for Small
Business Saturday
DECEMBER
Healthcare heroes honored at Healthcare
Excellence Awards
Partnership Gwinnett hosts Economic Outlook at Gwinnett
Tech’s Busbee Center
Legislative Luncheon featuring Congressman Rob Woodall

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Membership in Detail
SECTIONIII.
Advertising/Marketing – 3.6%
Agricultural/Mining/Forestry – 2.7%
Architecture/Engineering/Construction – 6.6%
Communications – 2.3%
Distribution – 7.8%
Finance/Banking – 9.7%
Government – 2.4%
Hospitality/Restaurant/Hotel/Sports/Entertainment – 3.5%
Legal – 4.3%
Manufacturing – 7.6%
Medical – 4.9%
Nonprofit – 2%
Real Estate – 3.7%
Retail/Merchandising – 4.5%
Technology – 4.4%
Other – 30%
3.6% 2.7%
6.6%
2.3%
7.8%
9.7%
2.4%
3.5%
4.3%
7.6%4.9%
2%
3.7%
4.5%
4.4%
30%
INDUSTRY 9

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%
7.8%
9.7%
4%
40.7%
20.2%
10.1%
9.4%
19.6%
# OF
EMPLOYEES LEVEL
82%
18%
40.7%
20.2%
10.1%
9.4%
19.6%
# OF
EMPLOYEES LEVEL
82%
18%
LOCATION
20%
80%
1-5 employees – 40.7%
6-20 employees – 20.2%
21-50 employees – 10.1%
51-100 employees – 9.4%
101+ employees – 19.6%
General Member – 82%
Chairman’s Club Member – 18%
Outside Gwinnett – 20%
Inside Gwinnett – 80%

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SECTIONIV.
Small Business
Development
GWINNETT SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES
Small business became a big hit in 2014, with the launch of Gwinnett Small Business
Resources. The initiative was developed to provide entrepreneurs and small business
owners with a comprehensive collection of resources, education, programs and tools
to: assist in properly starting, sustaining and continuing to succeed in business, raise
awareness of resources available to aid in success, position the Chamber as a reliable
starting point for finding business assistance, gain practical and functional education in
topic-specific areas of business and deliver relevant programming to help businesses
grow successfully.
“EAT & EDUCATE” WORKSHOPS
Monthly educational workshops and seminars focus on small business needs. The
“Eat & Educate” series provides small business owners with in-person, topic-specific
opportunities to gain the tools they need to be successful in business. Varying topics
include marketing, surviving the first five years, finance and cash flow, legal and
compliance, business plans, setting goals, minority assistance, networking, sales
training, tradeshow tips and more.
SMALL BUSINESS ESSENTIALS
‘ON THE ROAD’
The bi-monthly ‘On The Road’ program, hosted throughout Gwinnett County,
introduces the many resources available to small businesses. This portable panel of real
experts includes the Small Business Development Center, SCORE, minority assistance
experts, as well as local city and county representatives knowledgeable in licensing,
planning, economic development and more. Attendees learn about the many free or
low-cost resources available to help their business succeed.

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SMALL BUSINESS SUMMIT
In its inaugural year, the Small Business Summit provided access to a full day of resources,
tools, strategies and education for existing small businesses or those considering taking the
leap into business ownership. Attendees participated in breakout sessions on topics such as
funding, planning, marketing, networking, sales, service and enjoyed engaging keynote
presentations and a tabletop exhibit.
IN ADDITION, WE:
Partnered with Chairman Nash and the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners to issue a
proclamation designating the third week of June 2014 as our first ever Gwinnett Small Business
Week.
Alliance with the U.S. Small Business Administration has led them to name Gwinnett (and the
Gwinnett Chamber as co-sponsor) its 28th city nationwide to host their Small Business Federal
Emerging Leaders program - our participation makes Georgia the only state that is home to
two host cities (Atlanta being the other).
Chairman of SCORE Atlanta, Dr. Robert Yancy said Gwinnett has opened a new frontier for their
organization, and the Gwinnett Chamber/SCORE relationship is a model for the other SCORE
Atlanta offices.
Recently partnered with the Gwinnett County Library System to share awareness of resources to
better provide for our small businesses.
Worked with seven of our municipalities to bring a panel of resource experts to their cities and
local business owners.

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SECTIONV.
Programs & Events
PROGRAMS DEPARTMENT
EVENTS
MEMBERSHIP DEPARTMENT
EVENTS
PARTNERSHIP GWINNETT
EVENTS
46
157
25
Washington DC Fly In
General Membership Meeting
Annual Dinner
Button Down Dash 5K/10K
Gwinnett Expo & Job Fair
Pinnacle Awards
Gwinnettworking
Business After Hours
CC Receptions
CC Breakfasts
CC Meet & Greet
Manufacturing & Supply Chain Forum
Gwinnett Technology Forum
Economic Development Breakfast
Business Plan Workshop
New Company Reception
HRMA
Success Lives Here
State of the County Address
Healthcare Excellence Awards
Fall Golf & Tennis Classic
Gwinnett Leadership
Organization for Women
CC Golf Tournament
Member Orientation
Small Business Essential Panels
Small Business Eat & Educate
Small Business Social
Movers & Makers Awards
Global Trade Summit
Broker Events
ATDC Entrepreneur Night
Redevelopment Peer Tour
Key Leadership Reception
Strategic Leadership Visit
Valor Awards
STAR Student
Principal for a Day
Special Events
Small Business Joint County Event
Constant Contact Workshop
Small Business Summit
Sandler Training Learning Events
PG Campaign Kickoff
Movers & Makers Launch Event
Redevelopment Forum
Tax Incentive Breakfast
PG Economic Outlook
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Communications
& Marketing
AWARDS & ACCOLADES in 2014
GWINNETT EDGE
2014 PRSA|GA Phoenix Award of Excellence - iPad version
2014 APEX Award for Publication Excellence - New Magazines, Journals, and Tabloids
2014 APEX Award for Publication Excellence - Membership & Customer Materials
2014 ACE Award for Communications Excellence - Electronic/Digital
2014 Hermes Creative Platinum Award - Publications/Magazine
2014 Hermes Creative Gold Award - Design/Publication Overall
OTHER
2014 PRSA|GA Phoenix Award of Excellence - Smartphone/Tablet Applications
2014 Hermes Creative Gold Award - Video/Nonprofit Category
2014 Hermes Creative Honorable Mention - Writing/Publication Column
2014 Hermes Creative Honorable Mention - Publication/Public Policy Category
Hermes Creative Platinum Award
Publication/Magazine
SECTIONVI.
WOMEN’S WINE TASTING
BUSINESS CONNECTION
See what’s in our cellar and celebrate GLOW’s makeover
with this must-attend sipping social!
WOMEN’S WINE TASTING
BUSINESS CONNECTION
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with this must-attend sipping social!
May 13 • 5:30-7:30 PM • Duluth Town green
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Don’t miss this opportunity to
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available to help you start, sustain
and succeed in business!
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Department of Economic Development
November 13, 2014
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
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For more info, call 770-232-3000
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EVERYTHING TO HELP YOUR SMALL BUSINESS SUCCEED!

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ECONOMIC/COMMUNITY WINS
Sometimes it’s the numbers that are worth a thousand words:
1,645 new jobs
23 project wins
$125 million in capital investment
54 active projects
PROJECTS TO NOTE
• Haso USA Inc. opened its first U.S. location leasing a 100,000-square-foot building in
Peachtree Corners. Project represents 170 manufacturing jobs and a $7 million capital
investment
• United Arab Shipping Company made the decision to relocate its headquarters to Gwinnett
County resulting in the creation of 160 additional jobs, $10 million capital investment
SECTIONVII.
Economic & Community
Development
COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
Optimize efforts aimed at the recruitment, retention and expansion of new and existing
companies in Gwinnett’s five target sectors: Advanced Manufacturing, Professional & Corporate
Services, Health Sciences & Services, Information & Technology Solutions, and Supply Chain
Management. Continue to encourage companies of all sizes to contribute to job growth and
wealth creation, including entrepreneurs and small business, as well as international and
minority-owned businesses.
WORLD CLASS TALENT
Promote the success of Pre-K through 12th grade educational systems while encouraging the
expansion of higher education institutions. Support the enhancement of talent-development
programs and resources to meet the needs of the growing Gwinnett community.
COMMUNITY & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Encourage mobility and competitive infrastructure within Gwinnett and throughout the region;
promote redevelopment and more sustainable development patterns; enhance the arts,
cultural and recreational resources of the County, as well as the development of dynamic public
spaces and activity centers; maximize Gwinnett’s diversity to enhance community vitality; foster
the next generation of leadership; and boost awareness of community assets.
GOAL
1
GOAL
2
GOAL
3
100+ retention visits
21 events
1,300 participants
555 organizations

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• Korea-based Dasan Machineries selected Gwinnett as the location of its first manufacturing
operations in the U.S. resulting in 150 new jobs, $30 million capital investment
GWINNETT ANGELS
The third quarter saw the kick-off of the Gwinnett Angels (GA), an angel group whose members
have invested more than $200,000 in young companies, with approximately half that figure
directed to Gwinnett startups. Gwinnett Angels is an affiliate chapter of the Atlanta Technology
Angels, a long-time Atlanta metro investment group. ATA board members Lee Waters and Dan
King led the chapter creation, along with key support from Partnership Gwinnett.

22. Our mission is to strengthen existing
businesses, facilitate the growth of
quality job opportunities and enrich
the community’s quality of life.
6500 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, GA 30097
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